1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1998 Honda Accord

To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Dodge Monaco 1998 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Monaco Accord
Year Released 1972 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5895 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6600 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2670 mm


 

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